Sr Project Manager - MEP - Washington DC

This role leads complex, MEP‑heavy renovation and energy‑efficiency projects in Washington, DC, with primary responsibility for managing a major local site and occasional travel to additional project locations. It's a hands‑on position where you'll oversee technical upgrades, coordinate closely with engineering teams, and drive high‑impact building modernization efforts

Client Details

This firm specializes exclusively in renovations, retrofits, and energy‑efficiency upgrades-never ground‑up construction. Their work focuses on reducing energy consumption, improving building performance, and integrating advanced technologies such as automated building systems, control systems, HVAC modernization, solar solutions, and microgrids.

The largest portion of their portfolio is federal government work.

Description

• Lead complex MEP‑heavy renovation and retrofit projects, with a primary focus on a major Washington, DC site
• Oversee multiple project locations, ensuring technical excellence, schedule adherence, and budget control
• Coordinate closely with in‑house engineering teams to deliver fully integrated design‑build solutions
• Manage subcontractors, including mechanical and controls partners
• Ensure all work aligns with energy‑efficiency goals and project performance requirements
• Provide hands‑on leadership on‑site; occasional travel to additional project locations (NY, NJ, NC)
• Uphold and model the company's core values in all interactions

Profile

* Strong background in commercial construction

* Deep technical expertise in MEP systems, HVAC upgrades, controls, and automated building systems

* Experience with renovations, retrofits, and occupied‑facility upgrades

* Candidates from mechanical subcontractors are welcome

* Engineering degree strongly preferred and typically guarantees an interview

* Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders with a high level of technical rigor

* Must be based in the DMV area or willing to relocate

Job Offer

* Competitive compensation in the $140-160k range, plus a 20% annual bonus
* Per diem provided for any out‑of‑state travel
* A high‑impact leadership role on major federal and commercial renovation projects
* The chance to work for a specialized, mission‑driven ESCO focused on energy reduction, sustainability, and modernization
* A technically challenging environment with deep exposure to MEP systems, controls, and advanced building technologies
* Close collaboration with in‑house engineering teams-your expertise directly shapes project outcomes
* A stable pipeline of work, including upcoming renovations across 12 federal buildings
* A culture built on integrity, excellence, innovation, teamwork, and simplicity
* The opportunity to grow within a tight‑knit, 50‑person company where your contributions are visible and valued

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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